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Matt Benowitz and Milo Spearman test their bridge.

Bridge Building

By Jordan Guillory, Staff Writer June 5, 2017

"Science classes don't teach real science. They usually teach you how to solve a problem using the tools the teachers have given you. That isn't real science; science is about answering questions that...

Math Teacher Wins Crystal Apple Award

Math Teacher Wins Crystal Apple Award

By Yarisette Sequeira, Business Manager June 2, 2017

During the 24th annual Crystal Apple Awards, math teacher Jacqueline Parks was honored for excellence in teaching and recognized as an outstanding teacher in the San Dieguito Union High School District. The...

Senior Gabriela Navarro receives a scholarship award.

Scholarships and Awards Announced at SDA “Academy Awards”

By Madison Vance, Staff Writer May 31, 2017

Honoring the accomplishments of SDA seniors and some select juniors for academic achievements and scholarship recognition, the “Academy Awards” came to campus with blue and silver balloons and a red...

SDA undergoes metamorphosis for Exhibition Day

By Joice He, Staff Writer May 30, 2017

“SDA does a lot of things that most schools don’t do,” said teacher Jocelyn Broemmelsiek to her first period biology class. “Exhibition Day is one of those things.” Just as sports is to LCC...

Freshman Mikayla Navatta blows glitter during Exhibition Day.

Exhibition Day Brings Food and Fun

By Joice He, Staff Writer May 30, 2017

SDA students browsed through the entire campus looking at the different talents that students were showcasing throughout the day. There were a variety of booths, ranging from nail art to horchata and...

NHS College Night Preview

By Chloe Williams, Staff Writer May 26, 2017

College Night, put on by the National Honor Society club, will take place in the Learning Commons from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 30. There will be a panel of seniors discussing their experiences with the...

Homeroom Olympics Standings 5/26

Homeroom Olympics Standings 5/26

By Kate Sequeira, Online Editor May 26, 2017

After the Homeroom Olympics’ event Synchronized Swimming Without Water, Spanish teacher Angela Vasquez-Herrera’s homeroom took first place with 3,600 points. Japanese teacher Rie Tsuboi’s homeroom...

Today at SDA: Digestive System Models

Today at SDA: Digestive System Models

By Kate Sequeira, Online Editor May 25, 2017

Students in teacher Erica Zug's anatomy and physiology class created models of the digestive system today out of paper rolls, cups and other items found around the classroom.

Junior Representing  American Legion Post 416 at California Boys State Conference

Junior Representing American Legion Post 416 at California Boys State Conference

By Michael McQuarrie, Staff Writer May 25, 2017

After an extensive application and interview process, San Dieguito American Legion Post 416 announced that SDA junior Cole Gonzales was selected to be their representative to the 2017 California Boys State...

GSA Hosts Love Lunch for Wellness Week

GSA Hosts Love Lunch for Wellness Week

By Jack Salz and Josh Santana May 24, 2017

A Love Lunch was held today by SDA’s Gender and Sexuality Alliance club (GSA) as part of the Wellness Week celebrations. Clubs and individuals from campus came together to support the LGBTQ+ community....

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